17 episodes

Brought to you by students of SFU Surge, our podcast aims to promote curiosity and excitement within the tech community! Each episode welcomes an SFU student or alumni to share their goals, struggles, and perspectives regarding their personal journeys within tech.

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Brought to you by students of SFU Surge, our podcast aims to promote curiosity and excitement within the tech community! Each episode welcomes an SFU student or alumni to share their goals, struggles, and perspectives regarding their personal journeys within tech.

    Are You being greenwashed? Overconsumption and Clean Tech

    Are You being greenwashed? Overconsumption and Clean Tech

    Join us this episode for a conversation with Yasmin Dibai, a Mechanical Engineering Intern at Integral Group and President of SFU's Women in Clean Tech. As a Sustainable Energy Engineering student at SFU, this year's Woman of the Year Recipient for Applied Sciences Yasmin is here to talk about advocating for women in tech, sustainable engineering and the world of fast-fashion. 

    • 34 min
    Why Soft Skills Are More Valuable Than You Think

    Why Soft Skills Are More Valuable Than You Think

    Join us this episode for a conversation with Jim Brosseau, a Principal at Clarrus Consulting Group and E.M. Sciences, talking about his work on project management, diversity and resilience with teams across the country. Listen as he discusses his experiences and provides valuable advice for students, recent graduates and working professionals. 

    To learn more about the topics Jim discusses in the podcast visit https://clarrus-academy.thinkific.com/courses/the-five-elements to view a free preview of the workshop he offers. Use discount code STUDENT75 for 75% off the workshop registration fee. (Expires February 28 2022) 

    • 44 min
    Biomedical Engineering, robot soccer, and working at Tesla

    Biomedical Engineering, robot soccer, and working at Tesla

    In his final year as a biomedical engineering major at SFU, Arvin (@arvinamini) has an abundance of knowledge to share based on his unique experiences. Tune in this week as we dive into innovations within biomedical engineering, robot soccer, and what it’s like interning at Tesla! 😮

    • 44 min
    Then vs Now: Surge's Dynamic Duo

    Then vs Now: Surge's Dynamic Duo

    Our Logistics Team is all about L-O-G-I-C!

    In this episode, our current Logistics Directors, Noble Tan and Vivian Wong, delve deep into their experience being a part of SFU Surge since 2019. They will take you through the transformation of Surge, and share their stories of personal growth and accomplishments with Surge.

    There are also special tips insights on what it takes to become a member of the SFU Surge exec team!

    • 31 min
    Women in STEM and AI Ethics

    Women in STEM and AI Ethics

    As a Computer Engineering student at SFU, Paniz is here to share her stories in tech. Stay tuned to hear the untold stories of being a woman in STEM and her focus on ethics in Artificial Intelligence!

    • 41 min
    Meet the new Surge Spotlight host!

    Meet the new Surge Spotlight host!

    Join us this episode as our new host Linda Kanyamuna sits down with our previous host Kim Regala to have a discussion on SFU Surge and the tech community.

    • 34 min

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